Kayla is a New York City native and at a young age was given the opportunity to join the New York City Opera Children’s Chorus. At the New York City Opera, she performed in over 10 operas, including the 2002 PBS Live at Lincoln Center broadcast of Porgy and Bess. After leaving Lincoln Center, she became a member of the Young People’s Chorus of New York City (YPC) where she sang in renowned venues both nationally and internationally. Kayla is a member of the Actors' Equity Association as well as  performed in various regional productions and national tours including PAW Patrol Live!